Family fun night kicks off safety awareness program

Vestavia Hills Police and Fire Departments’ National Night Out are planning Operation Blue Shield, a program that will help bring awareness to safe driving in Vestavia Hills.

A free event on Oct. 1 will kick off the yearlong program with live music, a hot air balloon, children’s activities, free food, live music, local vendors and more. 

The event will run from 6-8:30 p.m. at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church, 2061 Kentucky Ave.